Overview

• Kamala Harris secures 99% delegate support for her presidential nomination, easing internal convention tensions.
• Protesters plan demonstrations against U.S. policies in Gaza, drawing parallels to 1968 anti-war protests.
• Chicago's history of political unrest during conventions casts a long shadow over current preparations.
• City officials and protest organizers clash over permits, with legal battles ongoing.
• Observers note both similarities and critical differences between the political climates of 1968 and 2024.